Brussels
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Grand Place | A square of gilded, ornate buildings, on the World Heritage list. | Central Brussels |
| The Atomium | A giant model of an iron atom with spheres you can go up into, and views over the city. | North Brussels |
| Mini-Europe | Europe's famous landmarks in miniature, loved by families. | Next to the Atomium |
| Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert | One of Europe's oldest covered shopping arcades, with chocolate shops. | Near the Grand Place |
Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Old Bruges and its canals | A medieval town of canals and stone bridges, on the World Heritage list. | About an hour by train from Brussels |
| The Belfry of Bruges | A tower with a view over the whole town from the top. | Bruges's Market Square |
| Ghent and the Castle of the Counts | A medieval castle in the middle of a university city on the water. | About 30 minutes from Brussels |
| Antwerp and the Diamond District | The city of diamonds and fashion, with one of the world's most beautiful railway stations. | About 45 minutes |
Nature and families
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Pairi Daiza | A zoo voted Europe's best, with giant pandas and a new tropical world since 2026. | About an hour from Brussels |
| Dinant and the Meuse valley | A riverside town below a clifftop citadel, in the green Ardennes. | Southern Belgium |
Tips before you go
- Trains link Belgium's cities in under an hour.
- You need a Schengen visa to visit Belgium.
- The best months are April to September, with Christmas markets in December.
Visa
- Belgium visa for Saudis: Schengen step by step
- Schengen visa for Saudis: requirements, fees and steps
Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Belgium?
The Grand Place in Brussels, the Atomium, Mini-Europe, the canals of Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Pairi Daiza and Dinant.
How far is Bruges from Brussels?
About an hour by train.
What is the best zoo in Belgium?
Pairi Daiza, which has been voted Europe's best zoo.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.